Autistic children – and adults – often communicate differently to neurotypical people. Key characteristics of autistic speech can include less eye contact, focusing on the details rather than the ...

In my late 40s, I’m still learning to fine-tune the art of conversation. My son and I break down what it takes to keep a good chat going. Our family has lots of conversations about conversations. My ...

We are interested in describing the specific ways that caregivers ‘design’ their talk so that their autistic children are included as participants in the interaction, without having to rely on spoken ...

To mark Children’s Mental Health Week, experts tell Lisa Salmon how parents can start chats with their kids if they’re worried.